For Sale2 Bedroom Flat in Atlantic Court, Sunnyside Road, Woolacombe, Devon, EX34£470,000

A superb apartment in the heart of Woolacombe, enjoying spectacular coastal views across the sandy beach and out to sea.<br/><br/>Location - Situated within a stone’s throw of the award-winning Woolacombe beach is this fantastic second floor two-bedroom apartment. Woolacombe village offers a superb community with many amenities within walking distance of the apartment including shops, pubs and restaurants, as well as the Woolacombe Bay Hotel which has a cinema. <br/><br/>The stunning North Devon coastline was selected in April 2022 as a ‘World Surfing Reserve’ (WSR), the first in the UK and only cold-water WSR in the world, with Woolacombe beach itself voted the Best Beach in the UK (Trip Advisor). The property is also ideally situated within a short stroll up the Esplanade to Barricane Beach, which has a charming seasonal shack overlooking the sea, serving Sri Lankan curry several nights a week during the summer. There is also open National Trust land within close proximity that offers an array of magnificent coastal walks. Further sandy beaches are also within easy access at Croyde, Putsborough (which adjoins Woolacombe Beach) and Saunton, with the latter also benefiting from a championship golf course. <br/><br/>The village of Braunton offers an excellent range of amenities and leisure pursuits, whilst Exmoor National Park is a short drive. Nearby Ilfracombe offers a range of amenities including shops, restaurants, a Tesco supermarket, cinema and a popular theatre. The regional centre of Barnstaple is located about 13 miles away and offers all the area’s main business, shopping and commercial venues.<br/><br/>Communications - The area can be accessed from Junction 27 of the M5 Motorway, and along the A361 North Devon Link Road, which leads onto the A39 Atlantic Highway. The nearest train station is at Barnstaple, which connect to Exeter, where there are regular mainline rail services to London Paddington in just over 2 hours. Alternatively, Tiverton Parkway Mainline Railway Station is around a 75-minute drive, which connects to London and beyond.<br/><br/>Mileages <br/><br/>Woolacombe Beach – Within a stone’s throw<br/>Croyde – 5 miles<br/>Braunton – 6 miles<br/>Ilfracombe – 6 miles<br/>Barnstaple – 13 miles<br/>M5 Motorway/Tiverton Parkway – 52 miles<br/><br/>The Property - This is a wonderful opportunity to acquire a spacious apartment in an elevated position in the heart of Woolacombe, within easy access to the spectacular sandy beach, village amenities and superb walks over National Trust land.<br/><br/>The apartment enjoys outstanding panoramic coastal views over the sandy beach and out to sea, with Lundy Island in the distance, and there are also views over the surrounding countryside. The accommodation on offer is spacious with two reception rooms, a kitchen, two bedrooms and two bath/shower rooms. <br/><br/>The property benefits from allocated off-road parking, additional visitor spaces and communal gardens, all within a stone’s throw of the beach. With wonderful views and a fantastic location, properties such as this very rarely become available to the open market and must be viewed to be fully appreciated. The property also has the added benefit of no onward chain.<br/><br/>Note: Commercial holiday letting is not permitted within the building. <br/><br/>The accommodation, with approximate dimensions more clearly identified on the accompanying floorplan, comprises:<br/><br/>Communal door leads to: <br/><br/>Communal Entrance Hall - Stairs to the upper and lower floors and a lift.<br/><br/>The apartment is situated on the second floor, with a private entrance door leading to: <br/><br/>Entrance Hall - Airing cupboard. Dado rail.<br/><br/>Sitting Room - Window to the rear elevation enjoying panoramic sea views. Dado rail. Ceiling coving and rose. Ornate fireplace. Archway opens to:<br/><br/>Dining Room - A superb dual aspect room enjoying panoramic coastal views towards Lundy Island with Juliet balcony. Dado rail. Ceiling coving and rose.<br/><br/>Kitchen - Window to the side elevation enjoying views over the beach and out to sea. Glazed internal window allowing views to the front and over the beach. Comprising a range of matching wall and base units with a sink set into roll top work surfaces with integrated fridge, freezer, washing machine, microwave, oven and a hob. Cupboard housing wall mounted gas fired boiler providing domestic hot water and central heating.<br/><br/>Bedroom 1 - Window to the rear elevation enjoying views over the surrounding countryside. Built-in wardrobes.<br/><br/>En-Suite - Comprising low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and a corner shower cubicle. Heated towel rail.<br/><br/>Bedroom 2 - Window to the side elevation enjoying sea views and out to Lundy Island.<br/><br/>Bathroom - Obscure window to the side elevation. Comprising low level WC, tiled bath with shower over and pedestal wash hand basin. Heated towel rail.<br/><br/>Outside - The property benefits from an allocated parking space and additional visitor spaces.<br/><br/>There is also a useful separate store with a locked section for the apartment, ideal for surf boards and beach equipment.<br/><br/>The communal grounds are attractive and well kept, wrapping around the building, with the majority being laid to lawn. There is a gated access and a path which allowing easy access to the village centre amenities and beach. <br/><br/>Lease Details - The property is offered for sale with the remainder of a 999 year lease, which commenced in 1997. There is a service charge of £2000 per annum which includes buildings insurance and maintenance of the common and external areas, and a ground rent of £25 per annum. There are nine apartments within the building and the freehold is vested in Atlantic Court (Woolacombe) Management Company Limited, with each owner holding a 1/9th share of the freehold. The property has a restriction which prohibits commercial holiday letting.<br/><br/>Property Information <br/><br/>Services - All mains connected. Gas fired central heating. <br/><br/>Local Authority - North Devon District Council – 01271 327 711.<br/><br/>EPC Rating: C<br/><br/>What 3 Words: ///those.treaty.petted<br/><br/>Directions - From Braunton, proceed towards Ilfracombe on the A361. At the Mullacott Cross roundabout, turn left signposted towards Woolacombe. Stay on this road until you drop down the hill into the village, turn right into Sandy Lane immediately after the Byron development on the right. Proceed up the hill and take the first left into Sunnyside Road. Atlantic Court will be found on the left hand side.